Topkapı sarayı ve Ayasofya Private Tour

Impulse Travel: Day Tour to Topkapi Palace & Hagia Sophia

Wanna learn everything about the most famous landmarks of Istanbul, Turkey? Impulse Travel has designed a perfect Topkapi Palace & Hagia Sophia day tour. This is one of the most popular tours we offer to guests and we’re sure this will become a memorable day in your life. The tour includes VIP transportation services starting at your hotel when the driver picks you up to take you to the palace. The good news is that the driver will drop you off at the hotel at the end of the tour. You’ll be transferred with luxurious Mercedes Benz cars according to the size of your group. The fuel, tolls, and tickets are included in this comfortable and air-conditioned car rental service. You can also use our services for other transfer services in Istanbul or any other city in Turkey. So don’t wait and start your journey in Turkey by booking a day tour to Topkapi right now!

Why Are Topkapi Palace & Hagia Sophia Must-See?

Let’s review important features of Topkapi and Ayasofya to see why you need to book a day tour to visit them:

What Is Topkapi Sarayi?

Topkapi Palace is a majestic complex in Istanbul with a great look over the Bosphorus Strait. It has a rich history and important architectural aspects.

It was once the administrative center of sultans for nearly four centuries (1460s-1856). At the moment, it’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a unique museum.

The building is full of items that show the wealth of the empire’s family including exquisite jewelry, and the famed Topkapi Dagger. There is also a vast collection of weapons, porcelain, and Islamic calligraphy. 

The architecture of this palace is famous. The intricate tilework, the soaring arches, and the elegant courtyards are all unique examples of traditional architecture.

What Is Hagia Sophia?

Hagia Sophia also has a unique history and architecture. It is one of the most famous religious structures in Turkey and is important to both Christianity and Islam.

As you know, it was initially built as a cathedral in the Byzantine Empire in the 6th century. Then, it was later converted into a mosque after the Muslims’ conquest of Constantinople in 1453.

Although it became a museum in 1931, it was reconverted into a mosque in 2020. You can see this rich history in the building's architecture and artistic features.

Overall, Hagia Sophia is a masterpiece of Byzantine architecture. Here are some of the most renowned features of this building:

• Massive dome 

• Soaring ceilings

• Intricate mosaics 

• Harmonious use of light and space

As you see, these buildings are among the most famous tourist destinations in Turkey. So it’s a must for every guest to visit them at least once.

What Services Do We Offer in the Topkapi Tour?

Here are the services you get when you book a tour of Topkapi Palace & Hagia Sophia:

VIP Transportation: Pick-Up & Take-Off

Our drivers will pick you up at your hotel in Istanbul to make the trip to the Topkapi much easier. Also, they will drop you off at the same place so that you don’t need to use public transportation.

Luxurious Car Rental: Van & Minibus

Impulse Travel offers luxurious car rental services in Istanbul, especially for Topkapi Palace & Hagia Sophia day tours. You can choose between Mercedes Benz Vito vans and Sprinter minibusses according to your requirements. 

Vito vans have 7 seats and Sprinter minibusses are suitable for groups of 14 people. Both cars are among the most luxurious vehicles used in the tourism industry and are great in terms of comfortable seats, air conditioning, and large spaces for your suitcases.

Tickets for Topkapi Palace & Hagia Sophia Tour

The tour of Topkapi Sara & Hagia Sophia includes the cost of tickets so you just need to wait for your drivers and don’t think of anything else.

[H3] Other Services in Istanbul

The day tour of Topkapi Palace & Hagia Sophia is not the only service we offer in Istanbul. Here are what you can get from Impulse Travel to add to your Turkish tour:

• Airport Transfer: We offer meet & greet services at Istanbul airports to provide a perfect first impression to guests.

• Hotel Transfer: You can book door-to-door transfer services within Istanbul to go anywhere from/to your hotel. 

• City Tours with Car Rental Services: We offer lots of other tours in Istanbul like Car & Boat Rentals along the Bosphorus Strait.

• Transfer from Istanbul to other Cities: You can go to other tourist cities of Turkey from Istanbul. For example, book a chauffeured car from Istanbul to Bursa.

Why Choose Impulse Travel for the Topkapi Day Tour?

If you’re still unsure about using our services, take a look at the benefits of services offered by Impulse Travel:

• Comfortable: Our tours and transfer services are not comparable with shared transportation. You’ll be transferred with private luxurious, air-conditioned cars.

• Affordable: Considering the services we offer, our prices are much more affordable compared to other companies.

• Fast & Safe: We choose the most experienced drivers for your tours to make sure you’ll get there safely and on time.

• Variety of Services: You can count on Impulse Travel in terms of any transportation service including airport transfers, hotel transfers, car rental service to any destination, city rides, and day tours.

• Inclusive: You don’t have to be worried about the cost of fuel in Turkey because the transfer service is fully inclusive.

• Customer Satisfaction: We have an excellent customer satisfaction rate of 5 out of 5.

What Are Other Tourist Destinations of Istanbul?

Apart from the Topkapi Palace & Hagia Sophia day tour, you can count on us to visit other places in Istanbul. Here are some popular destinations in this city:

• Blue Mosque: This is one of Turkey's most popular tourist sites. This mosque is famous for its six minarets and also the stunning Iznik tilework.

• Basilica Cistern: Istanbul dates back to the Byzantine era and was once called Constantinople. As a result, there are lots of ancient sites to visit. For example, you can visit an underground water cistern that has an impressive forest-like atmosphere created by lots of columns.

• Grand Bazaar: “Bazaar” is a traditional word for marketplace. The Grand Bazaar in Istanbul is one of the largest and oldest covered traditional markets in the world. It’s a great place to buy souvenirs for your relatives.

• Dolmabahce Palace: This is another palace that remains in Istanbul. This one is located on the Bosphorus Strait and features a blend of European and Traditional architectural styles.

• Bosphorus Cruise: Impulse Travel offers an exciting Bosphorus boat rental tour to let you have a unique journey on the water while celebrating your birthday or enjoying the moments with your love.

• Spice Bazaar: This is another traditional market in Istanbul. This one is specifically for spices, herbs, teas, etc.

• Galata Tower: This tower is another historical site you can visit in Istanbul. It’s a medieval Genoese tower offering panoramic views of Istanbul.

FAQs

What is included in the Topkapi day tour?

Hotel pick-up and take-off, air-conditioned transfer, tickets, fuel, and tolls are all included.

How long does the Topkapi Palace & Hagia Sophia day tour take?

It usually takes around 8 hours but you can extend it.

Is food included in the price of the Topkapi tour?

No! However, you can choose among traditional restaurants on the way to taste local cuisines.